Acclaimed actor Khalid Butt passes away in Lahore

Pakistan's renowned acting ace Khalid Butt passed away in Lahore after prolonged liver and kidney-related illnesses on Thursday.

Butt, who had an illustrious career spanning over five decades, worked in Geo Entertainment's upcoming drama serial Khaie. He also worked in numerous films, but the drama would be his last appearance on TV.

Family sources said that the actor's funeral prayer would be offered after Asr prayer on Friday.

The ace actor started his career in the 1970s and presented his talent as a skilled artist through serious and comedy roles in different Urdu and Punjabi language movies and TV shows.

The government also honoured Butt with the Prize of Performance Award for his services to the entertainment industry.

His illustrious career was full of memorable performances in famous drama serials like Teesra Kinara, Neelay Hath, and Boota From Toba Tek Singh.

Besides showing his acting prowess, the acclaimed artist also ventured into direction.

Butt is survived by his widow, two sons, and two daughters.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Butt's fellow actor Sohail Ahmed prayed for higher ranks of the deceased.